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Planning Commission Board Members

Paul Coffman
Dave Porter
John Uhl
Jack Coffman, Co. Council
David Trotter, Agricultural Agent
Edward Meyer, Co. Commissioner
Bob Isgrigg, Co. Surveyor

Board of Zoning Appeals Board Members

Paul Coffman
Fred Everitt, Jr.
Steve Miller
Jason Wooldridge
John Uhl

Staff

Ramona Bagshaw, Executive Director
Tony Semones, Building Commissioner and Enforcement Officer
Phillip Vogt, Assistant Enforcement Officer and Building Inspector
David Nachand, Attorney

Clark County Government Building.............................................. (812)285-6287
501 E. Court Ave Room 416
Jeffersonville, IN 47130

 

General Information

The Plan Commission is hereby authorized to perform those duties and functions specified in Indiana Code, IC 36-7-4-400 et seq. and other applicable sections of Indian Law and such other responsibilities as may be assigned to it from time to time by the Board of Commissioners of Clark County. The Plan Commission shall adopt written rules of procedure for the administration of the affairs of the Plan Commission and its staff for investigations and hearings.

The Board of Zoning Appeals is hereby authorized to perform those duties and functions specified in Indiana Code 36-7-4-900 et seq. and other applicable sections of Indiana Law. The Board shall adopt written rules of procedure pertaining to the administration of this chapter and the conduct of hearings.

The staff is authorized to take those lawful actions necessary to enforce the terms of Ordinance No. 17-2007 an ordinance adopting the Zoning Ordinance for Clark County, Indiana on behalf of the Plan Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals. The staff shall also have the authority to perform inspections to review applications, and to issue permits. The Staff is authorized to make inspections of all lands located in the jurisdiction of the Plan Commission or to enforce the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance. In order to execute inspections, the staff shall have the right to enter any premises, at any reasonable time, for the purpose of carrying out their duties in the enforcement of the Zoning Ordinance. The staff is authorized to take any action authorized under Indiana Code IC 36-7-4 et seq. http://www.ai.org/legislative/ic/code/title36/ar7/ch4.html to correct such violations.

 

Meetings 

          CLARK COUNTY PLAN COMMISSION MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2008

Meeting Dates Time Last Day to File
January 9, 2008
February 13, 2008
March 12, 2008
May 14, 2008
June 11, 2008
July 9, 2008
September 10, 2008
October 8, 2008
November 12, 2008
5:00 P.M.
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December 12, 2007
January 16, 2008
February 13, 2008
April 16, 2008
May 14, 2008
June 11, 2008
August 13, 2008
September 10, 2008
October 15, 2008

All regular meetings of the Commission will be held in the Conference Room on the third floor in the Clark County Government Building, 501 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, Indiana. If the date, time or place is changed, notice of such change shall appear in the Notice of Special Meetings.

CLARK COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS 2008
MEETING SCHEDULE

Meeting Dates Time Last Day to File
January 16, 2008
February 20, 2008
March 19, 2008
May 21, 2008
June 18, 2008
July 16, 2008
September 17, 2008
October 15, 2008
November 19, 2008
5:00 P.M.
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December 19, 2007
January 23, 2008
February 20, 2008
April 23, 2008
May 21, 2008
June 18, 2008
August 20, 2008
September 17, 2008
October 22, 2008

All regular meetings of the Commission will be held in the Conference Room on the third floor in the City-County Building, 501 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, Indiana. If the date, time or place is changed, notice of such change shall appear in the Notice of Special Meetings.

 

Fee Schedule for Permits

BUILDING PERMITS
New Residential Structure (min) $100.00 (1st 1000 sq ft)
$ 5.00/add. 100 sq ft
Commercial Structure  (min) $150.00 (1st 1000 sq ft)
$ 15.00/add. 100 sq ft
Addition/Alteration (Residential) $120.00
Addition (Commercial)  $150.00
Accessory Bldg/Barn $100.00
Camper  $75.00 (less than 35 ft long)
Demolition $100.00 (800 sq ft or greater)
Garage  $75.00 (1st car space) plus
$40.00 each add car space
Pool In ground $100.00
Pool Above $70.00
Billboard  $500.00
Signs (other than billboard) $175.00
Signs (temporary) $25.00
Cell Tower $1,000.00
Tower Co-Locating $300.00
ELECTRICAL
New Residential Structure $100.00
Commercial  $0.75/amp
Alteration/Addition $65.00
Change of Service/Up-Grade $65.00
Double-Wide/Mobile/Modular/Camper $65.00
Garage/Out Building $75.00
Pool  $50.00
Towers & Co-Locating $100.00
Rewire  $80.00
Signs  $60.00
HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING
New Residential Structure - Heating
& A/C 
$100.00
Addition (Heating) $50.00
Addition (AC)  $45.00
Replace Furnace $50.00
Replace AC  $45.00
PLUMBING
1 Bath + Kitchen $100.00
Additional Bath - Full $50.00
Additional Bath - Half $50.00
Hot Water Heater $35.00
Pool $40.00
OTHER
Plan Commission Petition $400.00
Subdivision Petition (Primary) $400.00
Subdivision Petition (Final) $400.00 plus $20.00 per lot
Driveway Permit $50.00
BZA Petition $200.00
Mobile Home Park $800.00 plus $20.00 per lot
Replats (Not Recorded) $400.00
Replats (Recorded) $600.00
Vacations of Recorded Plats $400.00
Comprehensive Plan $45.00
Zoning Ordinance $30.00
Subdivision Control Ordinance $15.00
Re-Inspection Fees 1st $50.00
Re-Inspection Fees 2nd $100.00
Re-Inspection Fees 3rd and more $500.00 per inspection
PUD Petition $400.00
PUD Primary Plat $400.00
PUD Final $400.00 + Residential $20.00 per unit, Business $60.00 per lot, Industrial $120.00 per lot
Public Notification Signs $10.00

*Prices are subject to change

Ordinances

Subdivision Control Ordinance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

MOST OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS FOR 
CLARK COUNTY PLAN COMMISSION
CLARK COUNTY BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS
CLARK COUNTY BUILDING COMMISSION

1. What is the zoning of my property?

You must come to the Plan Commission Office and someone will assist you in checking the zoning plat. If possible, please bring your deed or tax statement to better assist us in finding your property.

2. How do I apply to rezone my property?

Stop by the Plan Commission Office and pick up a copy of the Petition and Rules and Regulations for rezoning. The main things you'll need are either your deed or a copy of the deed and names and addresses of all adjoiners or minimum of five (5)- if more than five (5) we need every name and address. This information is found in the County Auditor's Office.

3. How can I get an address for my property or a portion of my property?

Addresses are issued when you apply for a building permit. We do not address vacant land.

4. What documentation do I need to apply for a building permit?

Your deed or a copy of deed, plot plan showing exact location and measurements of structure. If you are building a dwelling, placing a mobile or modular home on property in the County you will need septic approval if sewers are not available. You might want to bring any surveys or drawings that could make it easier to scale out your new address and check your zoning and flood plain status.

5. How can I determine if a certain road will be widened or altered?

Check with Hyun Lee, County Engineer, (285-6286).

6. What permits do I need?

From our office for a new Dwelling you will need: a Location Improvement (Building) Permit, Electrical, Plumbing, Heating Permit, and a Driveway Permit. (If no existing driveway.)

For a Modular/Mobile Home you will need a Location Improvement (Building) Permit, Electrical Permit, and a Driveway Permit. (If no existing driveway.)

For an Accessory Structure, Garage, Storage Building, Barn, Pool, both in-ground and above ground, Signs, etc. you will need Location Improvement (Building) Permit and Electrical (if applicable).

7. When do I need a permit to build?

You need all your permits prior to starting the project.

8. What does not need a permit?

A structure 100 square feet or smaller, fence or uncovered deck.

9. Do I need a permit for a Swimming Pool?

Yes, both in-ground and above ground plus an electrical permit.

10. What is the minimum size for a single family dwelling?

The minimum size for a single-family dwelling is 950 square feet.

11. What is the minimum age of a mobile home being placed in the County?

The minimum age of a mobile home being brought from out of the County is ten (10) years old. There is no minimum age for mobile homes being moved from one place to another in the confines of the County.

12. Can I get a Septic Permit at the Plan Commission office?

No, septic permits come from the Clark County Health Department (282-7521).

13. How much property do I need to get a septic permit?

You will need a minimum of 40,000 square feet with 100 feet of road frontage on public maintained road or private road with a road maintenance agreement.

14. How much property do I need to build on property covered by sanitary sewers?

9,600 square feet with a minimum of 60 feet of road frontage on public maintained road or private road with a road maintenance agreement.

15. How close can I build to my side property line?

For lots 99 feet or under you will need to be a minimum of 6 feet from the side line and for lots 100 feet or wider you must be a minimum of 10 feet from the side property line.

16. How do I get a copy of my deed?

Go to the County Auditor's Office and get your deed drawer and instrument number and take to the County Recorder's Office for a copy of your deed.

17. How much does a permit cost? See schedule of fees.

18. What are the methods of payment to the Plan Commission? 

You may pay with check or cash.

19. Can the Plan Commission fax me a permit? No.

20. Who needs to purchase the permit?

Anyone may get the permit as long as they have the correct information.

21. What happens if I fail to get a permit?

Normally we only require you to come in and get the permit, although we may charge a fine or require you to remove the structure if you are in a Flood Plain or too near the road, side or rear property line. To be on the safe side, please acquire all your permits in advance of starting your project.

22. For a building permit do I have to come to your office or is it okay to give you the information over the phone and then mail you a check?  No.

23. What does the Plan Commission do?

Rezone, issue addresses, review and act on subdivision plats, both Minor and Major, PUDS, in certain cases do vacations and issue permits.

24. What does the Board of zoning Appeals do?

Variances from the terms of the zoning ordinance, appeals from staff decision, special uses and home occupations.

25. Do I need approval for Bed and Breakfast facility? 

Yes, you must have correct zoning and a special use approval.

26. Do I need approval for a Dog Kennel or Animal Hospital? 

Yes, you must have correct zoning and a special use approval.

27. How do I go about having a one-operator Beauty/Barber Shop in my home?

Apply for a home occupation with the BZA.

28. Are all rulings by the Plan Commission final?

No, for rezoning they are only advisory and final approval is given by the Board of County Commissioners. For subdivisions the Plan Commission gives final approval.

29. How many members serve on the Plan Commission? 

Nine (9) members. See listing of board members.

30. How many members are required for a quorum on the Plan Commission?

Five (5) members.

31. Are all rulings by the Board of Zoning Appeals final? 

Yes, they are a decision making board.

32. How many members are on the Board of Zoning Appeals? 

Five (5) members. See listing of board members.

33. How many members are required for a quorum on the Board of Zoning Appeals?

Three (3) members.

34. Where does Clark County Plan Commission have jurisdiction?

In the unincorporated areas of the County.

35. When does the Plan Commission meet?

At 5:00pm the second Wednesday of January, February, March, May, June, July, September, October and November. If there is no business to be conducted the meeting is not held. To be certain the Plan Commission will meet, please give the office a call (285-6287).

36. When does the Board of Zoning Appeals meet?

At 5:00pm the third Wednesday of January, February, March, May, June, July, September, October and November. If there is nothing to go before the Board no meeting will be held. To make sure the Board of Zoning Appeals will meet, please give the office a call (285-6287).

37. How far in advance do I need to file a petition with the Plan Commission or the Board of Zoning Appeals?

Everything must be in at least Four (4) weeks prior to the meeting.

38. Whose responsibility is it to have the legal notice published in the Evening News for a Plan Commission or Board of Zoning Appeals meeting?

It is the responsibility of the petitioner to take the legal notice to the Evening News. This office will prepare the legal notice for the paper, but you must take it to the paper and pay the fee.

39. Whose responsibility is it to notify the adjoining property owners that I am going before the Plan Commission or Board of Zoning Appeals meeting?

This office will prepare the notice, have the envelopes, green card, stamped with our return address, and the white receipt needed to mail certified, sent to you in a packet, but it is your responsibility to pay the postage and mail certified. Said packet will also include legal notice mentioned above.

40. Where do the Plan Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals meet?

The Commissioners Conference Room number 308.

41. How can I obtain an agenda before the meeting?

You may stop by the office and pick up an agenda or call and ask to have one faxed to you.

42. How can I speak to the Plan Commission?

If you are there to speak about something on the agenda you will be given a turn to speak at that time. If you want to speak on something during the business portion of the meeting, please contact the Executive Director prior to the meeting.

43. What is the best approach in speaking before the Plan Commission?

Be short and to the point. Do not repeat what someone has already brought up and do not get off the subject as they are only acting on what has been asked for. Do not go after the character of the petitioner. You may bring up the fact they are asking for a spot zoning or that it would be harmful to health and safety. Most of all be brief and explain any problem you foresee.

44. Must I have an attorney to represent me when I go before the Plan Commission?

No, but there are times when it is most helpful. If it is a controversial issue you may want to consider retaining an attorney.

45. Do I need inspections for new construction? Yes.

46. Do I need the footing inspected before or after it is poured?

Prior to pouring.

47. When do I get my framing inspection?

When all rough-ins are ready just before hanging dry-wall.

48. How do I get a C of 0 (Certificate of Occupancy)?

We do not issue C of 0's. We will be happy to give you a letter stating that we do not give C of 0's and that all inspections were made and approved.

49. Do you sell your Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Control Ordinance?

Yes, stop by the office and you may purchase a Zoning Ordinance for $30.00 and the Subdivision Control Ordinance for $15.00.

50. Do I need a driveway permit or a culvert permit? Yes.

51. Can I put my driveway on the property line? Yes.

52. Where do I check on the flood plain for the County?

Either the Plan Commission Office or the County Surveyor's Office. Documentation showing the location of property is very helpful.

53. Who are the employees in the Plan Commission Office?

Ramona A. Bagshaw, Executive Director
Anthony (Tony) Semones, Building Commissioner and Enforcement
Officer
Phillip (Phil) Vogt, Assistant Enforcement Officer and Building
Inspector

 

Links

American Planning Association
http://www.planning.org

Planning Commissioners Journal
http://www.plannersweb.com

Urban Land Institute
http://www.uli.org/indexJS.htm

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